Marlon Khan

How To Save on DownTime on Engine Repair by Using a Long Block

Repairing an engine by a complete overhaul is a popular way of maintaining tractor engines, and ensuring continuous problem free operation of heavy duty machines. However, the overhaul process can take a minimum of five (5) days if all of the parts are re... Read >

The Functions of Tractor Radiators

The most efficient tractor engine will utilize approximately 35% of its energy into useful actions of driving, plowing, pulling, transporting and other farm duties. The excess 65% of energy produced will be lost in the form of sound energy, heat energy, r... Read >

The Allis Chalmers WD Tractor Review

The Allis Chalmers WD tractor was an improvement of previous Allis Chalmers tractors, the A, B, RC, U, UC, WC and WF. Production of the Allis Chalmers WD tractor began in 1948, and production was continued on a yearly basis until 1953. The WD was manu... Read >

Understating Why Diesel Engines are Hard to Start in Cold Weather

Attempting to start Diesel engines in cold or sub zero temperatures is extremely difficult and usually an impossible task, unless appropriate accessories has been added to the engine to assist in such starting. The hard starting problems of diesel eng... Read >

Ignition Differences between Gas and Diesel Engines

One of the questions that prospective owners of engine powered equipment typically ask themselves, is which type of power motor is preferred? Should machinery with a diesel engine be chosen, or machinery with gasoline engines is given preference? The answ... Read >

How to Identify Classical V Belts Dimensions for Tractors

There are more than sixty six (66) various dimensions, sizes and types of belts that are used in the agriculture equipment industry. These various belts are used in tractors, combines, balers, snow blowers, tillers, mowers, harvesters and lawn and garden ... Read >

How to Find Ford 8N tractor Serial Numbers

A Ford 8N tractor serial number is the first step in procuring maintenance parts for the famous 8n tractor. This tractor was an improved model from its predecessors, the 9N and then the 2N tractor models, and approximately half of a million (500,000) wa... Read >

Diesel Engine Motor Oil Terminology and Application

There has been a few instances whereby a few customers were told that if aftermarket oils are used in their new machines, that the machine warranty would be revoked. The aftermarket oil manufacturers protested this action, and laws were then passed that s... Read >

The Components of a Tractor Starter Motor

All tractor starters used on tractor engines are similar in design. The only varying factors for tractors starters is the operating voltage, amperage range, KW rating, the number of engaging teeth on the front gear, and the direction of rotation of the c... Read >

What are Wet Sleeves and How are They Used

Cylinders liners are called several names in industry. It can also be referred to as sleeves. Thus, cylinder liners and cylinder sleeves are one and the same thing. The barrel or bore that the piston moves up and down may be either integral with the e... Read >

Standard SAE Flywheel Dimensions and Its Application to Tractor Repair

SAE Housings and Flywheel Dimensions needs to be understood by the mechanic, farmer, or DIY individual, as its necessary to correctly identify tractor engine components for repair, engine replacement, or transmission replacements. SAE is an abbreviation f... Read >

Tractor Engine Cooling Systems and Water Pump Problems

A tractor cooling system comprises of several components, including a water pump and a radiator. These two major components of the tractor’s cooling system differ is its functions, breakage problems, and corrective and preventive maintenance procedures. ... Read >

Tractor Engine Cooling Systems and Possible Maintenance Problems

Its farming time whether its tillage, plowing, or just normal farm work. It’s a hot day, and there are lots of things to get done around the farm. However, suddenly you notice that the temperature gauge is showing higher than normal temperature reading. A... Read >

Eight Steps on How to Change an Alternator

To Chang an alternator is an eight (8) step process. Safety Issues: The alternator is one of the major components of an electrical system in a vehicle. Before any repairs/replacement of the alternator can be started, all electrical power must be disco... Read >

Tractor Repair Tips-Use of Air Filters

Large heavy duty equipment engines typically uses two air filters as part of its air intake filtration system. Understanding this system will lead to a more efficient engine, less preventive or corrective maintenance, and better engine performance. T... Read >